Tropical Storm Beryl causing hazardous surf conditions

As Tropical Storm Beryl approaches Northeast Florida, the rough surf is reaching as far south as Daytona Beach (Sunday video). The Sunday morning SERT (State Emergency Response Team) forecast calls for wave heights up to 14 feet offshore and near 10 feet close to the coast. There is a high risk for rip currents through Monday from Nassau County through Palm Beach County.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission hosts the first statewide nonnative fish catch. The contest was created to raise awareness and help reduce the growing population of invasive fish species in Florida’s waters.

Local farm practices sustainable farming techniques through community supported agriculture. The University of Florida Office of Sustainability has been working with the farm to provide sustainable food options to the community.

The Alachua Board of County Commissioners approved two bills that could help keep the water supply safe. The resolution supports the statewide ban of fracking, which opponents say could contribute to underground water pollution.